December weather forecast
Sauk Centre, MN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, with an average temperature ranging between max 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and min 12.2°F (-11°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's wintry 37.8°F (3.2°C) to a freezing cold 22.5°F (-5.3°C). December nights in Sauk Centre observe an average temperature dip to a frigid cold 12.2°F (-11°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Sauk Centre, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sauk Centre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.7 days and collects up to 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sauk Centre, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sauk Centre is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 during December leads to these advisories:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Sauk Centre in December?

The high-temperature in Sauk Centre during December is 22.5°F (-5.3°C) and the low-temperature is 12.2°F (-11°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sauk Centre?

In Sauk Centre, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sauk Centre?

In Sauk Centre, Minnesota, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Sauk Centre?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12 days and typically aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Sauk Centre?

In Sauk Centre, Minnesota, in December, snow falls for 12 days, with typically accumulated 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sauk Centre?

December has the shortest days of the year in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sauk Centre?

The average day length in December in Sauk Centre is 8h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sauk Centre?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sauk Centre?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sauk Centre is 3.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sauk Centre?

The months with the lowest UV index in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sauk Centre?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average temperature in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average high temperature in December: 22.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average pressure in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average wind speed in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average humidity in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average rainfall in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.27").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average rainfall days in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average snowfall in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average snowfall days in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average sunshine days in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average UV index in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average cloud cover in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sauk Centre, MN

Average visibility in December - Sauk Centre, MN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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